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Xbox One S All Digital Edition Fan Replacement

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  1. Xbox One S All Digital Edition Fan Replacement, Plastic Enclosure: step 1, image 1 of 3 Xbox One S All Digital Edition Fan Replacement, Plastic Enclosure: step 1, image 2 of 3 Xbox One S All Digital Edition Fan Replacement, Plastic Enclosure: step 1, image 3 of 3
    • Position the iFixit Opening Tool's riveted edge in between the top and bottom cover of the plastic enclosure.

    • Apply downward pressure on the iFixit Opening Tool until the security clip unlocks.

    • Repeat on different points of the plastic enclosure until the bottom cover is removed.

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    • Remove the six 50 mm green screws (labeled F1-F6) from the metal chassis using a Torx 10 screwdriver.

    • These screws hold the top cover of the plastic enclosure to the chassis.

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    • Apply pressure to peel off the sides of the casing.

    • Separate the metal chassis from the top cover, lifting the back of the chassis up and away from the top cover.

    • The plastic back panel is meant to stay attached to the metal chassis.

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    • Flip the metal enclosure so that the fan cover is on top.

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    • Remove the two 15mm screws from the front panel using the Torx T8 screwdriver.

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    • Carefully slide the top metal case off the frame.

    • This may require shifting the case side to side as you slide up.

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    • Remove the four 15mm screws attaching the IR Blaster to the metal chassis with the Torx T8 Security screwdriver.

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    • Carefully remove the IR Blaster from the metal chassis.

    • The connector is very fragile. Make sure you pull the board away from the case and not sideways.

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    • Remove the three 15 mm screws with the Torx T8 Security Bit Screwdriver.

    • The top of the metal chassis has been removed in the picture, but is not necessary for the replacement.

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    • Carefully remove the WiFi Card from the metal chassis.

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    • Remove the eight 10mm screws from the bottom of the metal casing using the Torx T9 screwdriver.

    • Remove the four 15mm screws from the bottom of the heatsink fastener using the Torx T8 screwdriver.

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    • Remove the two plastic pieces from the motherboard.

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    • Lift the motherboard up from the metal chassis.

    • The motherboard should easily separate from the metal chassis.

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    • Locate the 4-pin connector on the side of the fan assembly.

    • Disconnect the cable from the motherboard.

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    • Use a spudger to pry the fan tabs up and away from the heatsink.

    • Getting the fan detached can take some force. A metal tool might be required.

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    • Lift the fan away to fully remove it.

Conclusion

To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.

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